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Name: Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo 2027
Start: 2027-05-20
End: 2027-05-23
Location: Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort

Partnerships, programme reveals, and stories from across the continent as we count down to POATE 2027.

POATE 2027 Opens Registration for Its Landmark 16th Edition

Featured

Announcements 3 min read12 May 2026

POATE 2027 Opens Registration for Its Landmark 16th Edition

The Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo returns to Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort in May 2027, with organisers expecting a record 5,000+ delegates from over 40 countries.

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Announcements

12 May 2026·3 min read

POATE 2027 Opens Registration for Its Landmark 16th Edition

The Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo returns to Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort in May 2027, with organisers expecting a record 5,000+ delegates from over 40 countries.

Awards

28 May 2026·2 min read

Tourism Excellence Awards Unveils 2027 Categories

Twelve award categories will honour outstanding achievement across hospitality, conservation, innovation, and cultural tourism at this year’s gala.

African Development Bank Joins as Headline Investment Partner

Partnerships

30 April 2026·3 min read

African Development Bank Joins as Headline Investment Partner

The AfDB will anchor POATE’s investment programme, hosting a dedicated tourism financing forum during the three-day expo.

Why Munyonyo: Inside POATE’s Lakeside Home

Destination

15 April 2026·4 min read

Why Munyonyo: Inside POATE’s Lakeside Home

A look at the world-class venue hosting POATE 2027 — and why the shores of Lake Victoria set the perfect stage for African tourism’s biggest gathering.

Programme

22 March 2026·2 min read

Hosted Buyer Programme Returns With Global Reach

POATE’s acclaimed hosted buyer programme will connect pre-qualified international buyers with African suppliers through structured matchmaking.

Uganda Posts Record Tourism Year Ahead of POATE

Industry

8 March 2026·3 min read

Uganda Posts Record Tourism Year Ahead of POATE

Fresh arrivals data shows Uganda’s tourism sector reaching new highs, setting an optimistic backdrop for this year’s expo.